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Sabah Hotel Sandakan Reviews

I took a road trip from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan and stayed in the Jr. Suite at this hotel. The room as spacious and provided a huge king size bed. That said, it was pretty dated. The TV was small for the distance from the bed, which made it a bit hard to watch. The balcony had plenty of room and provided a nice view over the forest area. The hotel is located a bit out from the town centre, but honestly, it is not the best town centre in Sabah. The food in the restaurant is decent, and there is a nice pool downstairs.

As Sandakan hotels go, this has to be the best. A Beautiful 4 star hotel with 116 elegant guestrooms and suites. My allocated room was very spacious and was very comfortable. The bed was large and was one of the most comfy beds I've ever slept in. The rooms are complemented by the tropical foliage which surrounds the hotel but my room view was not anything special. The hotel has many facilities a great little gift shop, fantastic pool and it also has its own Tourist tour Operator / organiser service. The hotel is clean, comfortable and singles, couples or family holiday share many of the benefits of the 4 star service which you expect with so many business and conferencing customers also using this hotel. There are a number of places to eat, each with their own flavour of Borneo as well as Western and Chinese tasting food. There is the Plantation Cafe which provides all day International and local cuisine. The Ming Restaurant is a Chinese specialist. There are also a couple of lounge areas. The lobby lounge provides a relaxing area whilst the Amadeus lounge is a music lounge. There is also a Gazebo Snack bar situated poolside. This hotel provided me with a comfortable location in which to reside during my visit to Sandakan, but its location is less than ideal. As i wanted to visit Sandakan most days and nights I found myself having to walk a mile along a less than ideal foot way down a hill, next to a busy dual carriageway. Failing this, I would have to get a taxi, which was not exactly expensive but it was money that i felt was unnecessary. There is no frequent public bus service, as you will find out in Sandakan, you have to try and jump on board the over crowded taxi mini buses which infrequently pass by. I can understand that a hotel of this nature needs to be located slightly away from the town centre but it is the access to the town which makes it a little less than ideal. Nevertheless, this hotel will provide many of the home comforts expected in the Western world in an area which many part are still predominantly 3 rd world.

Sabah Hotel Overview

The Sabah Hotel Sandakan sits on top of the hill overlooking the town of Sandakan. This is a small town in the East of Borneo and is the stepping-stone to the rest of the island, the world's last unspoilt rainforests of "The Land Below the Wind". Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation is just a short drive away. Sandakan Airport is a 20 minute taxi ride away, while there is also an excellent connecting air service via Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Hong Kong. Sukau-Kinabatangan River and Selingan Island (Turtle Island) are both about a 90-minute drive away.

Nestled amidst one of the world's last unspoiled rainforests, the hotel offers unsurpassed 5-Star luxuries. With lush foliage as a backdrop, the hotel exudes an alluring natural attraction as it blends in well with the rich flora and fauna of ""The Land Below the Wind"". The air-conditioned hotel offers 120 rooms as well as 24-hour reception, hotel safe, currency exchange facilities and lift access. Shopping and dining facilities are also offered. A laundry service can also be availed of by guests.

The spacious guest rooms and suites offer a homely atmosphere. Each is equipped with all the latest comforts including a refrigerator and en suite bathroom. A hairdryer, direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and individually adjustable air conditioning also feature as standard.

For a truly fun evening, guess can enjoy the energetic performance of the hotel's live band, a game of darts with friends or colleagues, or a few rounds at the pool table. Amadeus is the place to be seen. An outdoor pool, sauna, steam baths, tennis, table tennis, squash and a gym are also available.

Overlooking the pool, the Plantation Cafe offers a selection of sumptuous Asian and western cuisines. Buffet and a la carte menus are offered. A truly relaxing ambience is available at all times.

Excellent connecting air service via Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Manila, Bandar Seri Bagawan, Seoul, Taipei, Kaoshiung and Tokyo. 20 minutes by car from Sandakan Airport to hotel. Exit from the airport and take the North Road (Jalan Utara) towards town centre. Turn left at the Sandakan clock Tower. Turn left again upon reaching the first junction. Hotel Sandakan is on the left side of the road.

Sabah Hotel Amenities

Business Center

Room Service

High-speed Internet

Fitness Room/Gym

Restaurant

Parking

Swimming pool

Concierge

Tour Desk

Massage / Beauty Centre

Elevator / Lift

24 Hour Reception

Dry Cleaning

Babysitting / Child Services

Air Conditioned

Non-Smoking Rooms

Tennis Courts

Banquet Facilities

Conference Room(s)

Currency Exchange

Medical Assistance Available

Safe-Deposit Box

Sauna

Mini Bar

Cable / Satellite TV

Secretarial Service

Bath / Hot Tub

Wake-up Service

Meeting Rooms

Coffee / Tea Maker

Hair Dryer

TV

Laundry service

Shops

Excursions

Squash Courts

Dart Board

Desk

Direct dial phone

Ticket Service

Facsimile

Fitness Facilities

Jacuzzi

Steam Room

Massage

Steam Bath

Internet Connection (wireless)

Shower

En suite

Private Bathroom

Pool Outdoor

Luggage Storage

Souvenirs/Gift Shop

Family Room

Shoe Shine

Free Parking

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